Information Sheet for Exchange Programme
General Information
Name of University National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan
Student Exchange Office
Office of International Affairs
Mailing Address Ms. Katie Lai
Office of International Affairs
National Chiao Tung University (NCTU) 1001 University Road, Hsinchu, Taiwan 30010
Email Address [email protected]
TEL +886 (0)3 5712121#50665
FAX +886 (0)3 5131473
Webpage http://www.ia.nctu.edu.tw/bin/home.php?Lang=en
Contact Person Ms. Katie Lai
Incoming Exchange Student [email protected]
Other Notes
Programme Information
Academic Calendar Spring Semester: February-June Fall Semester: September-January
Application Deadlines Spring Semester: 30th October Fall Semester: 15th April
Necessary Documents for Application
(1) Application form (2) Curriculum vitae (CV)
(3) Study Plan (including a tentative list of courses you would like to take; please use the following link https://cos.adm.nctu.edu.tw/en/Course/CourseList/adMain .asp for your reference)
(4) An original transcript of academic records translated in English or Chinese
(5) A letter of recommendation in a sealed envelope (6) A copy of student ID card of the home institute
(7) A copy of passport or other equivalent supporting documents
Language / GPA Requirement
NA
Language of Instruction
Both Chinese and English
Available Courses for Exchange Students
Click on the following link http://timetable.nctu.edu.tw/ for courses offered by NCTU. Instruction:
Choose English in “Language”. The system will switch to English once you click on English.
Choose “College” in the “Search for Department” section and search for the program under the college you choose.
Tick the box in front of “Other Search Parameters” and click on
“English Medium Courses”.
Numbers of Credits per Course
Undergraduates (except senior students) must select 15 credits per semester; senior students must select 9 credits per semester; graduates are required to take at least 2 courses per semester.
Grading System
Other Notes
Facilities and Services
Accommodation for Exchange Students
Yes, we provide shared room for exchange students.
Campus Facilities Yes
Other Services
Arrival and Orientation Programme
Suggested Date of Arrival
Students are suggested to come to the campus 2-3 days prior to the new semester. (For 2014 Spring, the semester starts from 17th February)
Airport Pick-up NA
Orientation Programme
We provide orientation for all of exchange students. However, the actual date would finalise before the start of the semester.
Other Notes
Visa and Insurance
Visa Requirements &
Procedures
Yes
Health Insurance Students are recommended to purchase the insurance in their home country which would cover their stay in NCTU.
Expenses
Accommodation On campus :NTD 13,000 (USD 433) (per semester) Off campus: NTD 6,000~11,000 (USD 200~370) (per month, depending on the size and facilities)
Meals NTD 300 /day
Local Transportation Academic Expenses (textbook, stationeries, etc)
NTD 25,000 (USD 835)
Personal Expenses
Other Expenses *Incoming Exchange Students:
※Exchange students nominated by their home universities are exempted from paying tuition fee. However, they are subject to pay miscellaneous fees indicated in the table below.
Please refer to the following table for the estimated tuition and fees.
On campus Accommodation
NTD 13,000 (USD 433) (per semester)
Off‐campus Housing NTD 6,000~11,000 (USD 200~370)
(per month, depending on the size and facilities)
Campus Facilities Fee NTD 1,700 (USD 57) (per semester)
Textbooks and first month living expenses
NTD 25,000 (USD 835)
Alternative Medical NTD 2,000 (USD 67) (for the first 4 months)
Insurance
National Health Insurance Fee
NTD 749 (USD 25) (per month, if applicable)
Physical Examination Fee NTD 600~800 (USD 20~28)
1 USD ≒ 30 NTD (New Taiwan Dollar) This list is subject to change without prior notice. Actual expense depends on personal living style and the period of study.
Please refer to the latest announcement of the Registrar’s Office for the updated tuition and fees structure of the academic year.
NCTU Registrar's Office: http://aadm.nctu.edu.tw/registra/
Any Comments Please kindly refer to our official website for more information:
http://www.ia.nctu.edu.tw/files/11-1000-291.php
